Rain didn’t deter wearin’ of the green

Saturday’s Festival moved indoors

Crowds gathered at Slainte Peekskill on South Division Street. Here the Clan na hÉireann Irish Dancers are entertaining the crowd. Photo from Slainte Peekskill’s Instagram page

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Patrons who got to Gleason’s early got seats. (Photo by Chloe Trieff)

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The Lonely Leaves took over the stage at Gleason’s. (Photo by Chloe Trieff)

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Irish clothing was available at Slainte. (Photo by Chloe Trieff)

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The newest Irish pub in Peekskill saw crowds enjoy an afternoon of Irish culture. Photo by Chloe Trieff

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September 25, 2023

The 15th annual Irish Fest, scheduled for the Riverfront Green, pivoted quickly to the new Irish pub in downtown and spilled over to the newly relocated Gleason’s next door on Saturday afternoon. The crowds came to the two pubs to listen to music, shop for accessories from the vendors who traditionally come to the Riverfront Green fest and stay dry inside.